Securing multiplication facts

In this lesson, we will explore the patterns which different multiplication tables create on a 10 x 10 square. We will share the efficient mental strategies which allow us to identify multiplication facts in the 6x and 12x multiplication tables. We will then explore other multiplication tables, shading the multiples and exploring the patterns, similarities and differences that exist within them.

In this lesson, we will continue to look at different sized grids which are shaded with different multiplication tables. We can then investigate different multiplication grids, consider what grid it could be a part of, and what multiplication table it could show.

In this lesson, we will look at the nine times table and consider what patterns there are. We can then apply our knowledge of this table in a 'swap the digits' activity.

In this lesson, we will look at a range of representations for multiplications in the seven times table before creating our own concrete, pictorial and abstract representations. We will also briefly introduce commutative law when using written multiplication equations.

In this lesson, we will consolidate our multiplication knowledge by using the learning from the key concepts and strategies taught across the unit to complete a series of tasks and problems.